Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Foundation

What's New

BACKPACK PROGRAM

Thanks to the support of Town Pump Charitable Foundation, 90 students at YBGR’s Yellowstone Academy have been receiving backpacks filled with nutritious food, ensuring they don’t go hungry over weekends and holidays. These backpacks provide more than meals—they offer comfort and stability to kids facing food insecurity. Their generosity helps students return to school ready to learn and thrive.
Thank you, Town Pump Charitable Foundation, for making a difference!

 

VO-TECH GARAGE PROJECT

We’re excited to share that the garage door in the Vo-Tech Shop has been replaced, and it’s looking fantastic! This upgrade means smoother operations for students as they work on hands-on projects and continue learning valuable technical skills.
We’re so grateful to KE Construction for their adoption of the Hanscom Vo-Tech Building! Their support made sure this improvement happened. It’s because of partnerships like this that we can provide students at YBGR with the tools and facilities they need to succeed.

 

NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

As we close out Native American Heritage Month, we’re proud to celebrate the milestones of the Native youth served at YBGR. This summer, several youth successfully discharged, marking a significant step in their journey.
We’re also excited to announce the launch of a new Wellbriety Talking Circle on campus, a powerful initiative focused on the holistic well-being of our youth. With the recent certification of one of the YBGR staff members by the White Bison Organization, the circle now meets every Tuesday morning in partnership with our Chemical Dependency department. This new addition complements the ongoing commitment to cultural education, personal growth, and community-building through the Native American Services Program.
At Yellowstone Foundation, we are honored to provide YBGR students with the support they need to thrive, both in recovery and in life.

 

GOVERNOR’S VISIT

Governor Greg Gianforte took a break from the campaign trail to visit YBGR. Alongside the First Lady and his team, the Governor toured our campus and then joined a panel discussion with:
Natalie Nickisch, Lead Mental Health Worker
Jake Mullins, HR Recruiter
Juletta Gilge, Director of PRTF
Lacey Jones, Therapist
Skyler Carroll, Program Manager
Each of these amazing individuals shared their ‘why’ and success stories from working with youth over the years.
Thank you, Governor Gianforte and First Lady, for taking the time to learn more about who we are and the kids we serve. And a special thank you to our teammates for sharing their passion for our mission and the purpose behind our work.

TRUNK OR TREAT

Trunk or Treat time. Bring your kiddos to see us at Scheels 4-6pm today! We even have some chicks to adopt!

STATE GRANT AWARDED!

Thrilled to announce $1.25 million in grants from the State of Montana 872 Behavioral Health System for Future Generations Commission.  The funds are for improvements to ten buildings directly serving youth in the residential program and for the re-opening of three lodges to further increase services. Work will begin this fall with the expansion of services within the next year and a half.

MEET KIDD!

Meet Kidd, the latest four-hoofed therapist to join our YBGR family!  Kidd is a 13-year-old sorrel gelding who will participate in both Equine Therapy and recreational riding. Can’t wait to see the strides the youth will make with Kidd by their side!

YBGR CENSUS!

YBGR’s Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility has reached a youth census as high as 95 this summer, the highest it’s been in decades!
This increase was thanks to staff recruitment and retention initiatives that allowed for the re-opening of a youth lodge. Shout out to all the dedicated staff at YBGR making a difference in young lives.

TIPI

As part of the Montana History class and Native American Services Program this summer, youth at the Ranch set up a traditional tipi, connecting with the heritage of the Cheyenne, Lakota, and Crow peoples. The tipi was up throughout the break—and it even made it through the wild storm hitting the Billings area!

 

This hands-on project has been a great way for our students to engage with history in a meaningful way. Stay tuned for more updates!

BOTTLE FEEDING

This summer at YBGR, our Ranch Manager Gary and Ranch Hand Alli have been bottle-feeding three adorable calves! These moments of care and dedication showcase the commitment of our team, not just for YBGR’s herd, but for the youth in their care. Just as these calves need support, we all need a helping hand in life.

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